Mel H Abraham, CPA, CVA, ASA, CSP
Building Your Money Machine
Welcome to 'Building Your Money Machine, hosted by Mel Abraham, CPA, a renowned financial expert and author of USA Today Bestseller, 'Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!.' On this podcast, Mel shares his insights and experiences from over 30 years in the field of wealth-building, entrepreneurship and mentorship to financial freedom. Each episode provides actionable strategies to master your money, remove financial stress, and live a life by choice, not chance. Whether you work for a company, are a seasoned entrepreneur or someone just...
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Mel H Abraham, CPA, CVA, ASA, CSP
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Jul 9, 2026
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The Truth About Net Worth: Are You Rich or Poor? 24.07.2025 23:54
Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a topic that most people either misunderstand or try desperately to ignore: your net worth. Are you actually middle class, or is your paycheck just telling you a comforting story while your bank account plays hide and seek? We’re cutting through the noise and numbers to uncover the truth abou...
The Financial Industry's Biggest Lie About Compound Interest 21.07.2025 19:14
Welcome back to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest myths the financial industry loves to sell: the fantasy of compound interest as the ultimate, effortless path to wealth. We all hear that “compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world”—and while it’s powerful, the way Wall Street sells it can leave you feeling l...
1970s Money Habits Not Taught Today... That We Need in 2025 17.07.2025 33:26
Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I’m taking you on a trip down memory lane to the 1970s—a wild economic decade full of stagflation, sky-high interest rates, and mile-long gas lines. Yet, my parents and so many others made it work on a single income. They raised families, lived in modest homes, and managed to save, even with all the financial ch...
Accountant Debunks: The Most Controversial Topics in Personal Finance 14.07.2025 37:11
Welcome back to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m rolling up my sleeves and getting honest about the most controversial topics in personal finance. You know the ones—those “hot takes” that get tossed around at barbecues, family gatherings, and across social media feeds, usually prefaced with something like, “Well, my buddy said...”—and before you know it, that spi...
The WORST Investment Lies Told by Finance Gurus 10.07.2025 28:12
Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! In this episode, we’re shining a light on the WORST investment lies that too many finance gurus still tell — and that may be keeping you stuck, stressed, and second-guessing your financial future. Have you ever noticed how those so-called experts make wealth building sound as easy as ordering takeout? Just click a button, sit back, and supposed...
8 Signs You're Doing Well Financially (Even If It Doesn't Feel Like It) 07.07.2025 25:02
Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Ever scrolled through Instagram and wondered if you missed some secret wealth-building meeting where the yachts, private jets, and monster bank accounts were handed out? You’re not alone, trust me. It can feel like everyone else is crushing the money game while you’re just trying to keep your shopping cart (with the squeaky wheel,...
Accountant Explains: The 4 Financial Freedom Zones - How close are you? 03.07.2025 32:36
Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Have you ever felt like your bank account is vanishing into thin air or like you’re working so hard just to stand still, financially? If so, trust me—you are not alone, and more importantly, you are not broken. Today, I’m here to flip the light switch on your financial journey and reveal exactly where you stand on the path to fina...
Master Financial Literacy in 37 mins: Everything They Didn't Teach You in School 30.06.2025 38:11
Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we're cutting through the jargon and the shame to talk straight about financial literacy—everything they didn’t teach you in school but absolutely should have. If you've ever sat in a classroom wondering when you'd use all that stuff in real life, I’ve been there too. The truth is, nobody handed us a...
The One Choice That Will Determine Your Financial Future 26.06.2025 15:27
Welcome to another transformational episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m unpacking one of the biggest secrets standing between you and real financial freedom—and no, it’s not a “hack” or some secret stock tip. It’s about the most foundational, game-changing choice you will ever make on your journey to building wealth: your money identity. Ever wonder why some people seem to...
If You Knew This About Banks, You Would Think Twice Before Giving Them Your Money 23.06.2025 27:49
Welcome to a revealing episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on what banks are really doing with your money—and why you might want to think twice before trusting them with your hard-earned cash. Ever wondered why your savings account seems to earn pocket change while your bank flaunts shiny new office towers and charges you fees left and right? It’s n...
Accountant Explains: The 4 Money Personalities - Which one are you? 19.06.2025 24:29
Welcome back to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we’re getting real about something that impacts absolutely every one of us: our unique money personalities. Ever wonder why two people can make the same amount of money, but one ends up with a healthy investment portfolio and the other seems to have nothing but credit card statements and a killer shoe collection? Or ma...
6 Things I'd Tell My 20-Year-Old Self (as a 63-Year-Old Multimillionaire) 16.06.2025 18:45
Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m taking you on a personal journey back in time — back to when I was 20 years old. If you’ve ever wished you could go back and give your younger self a roadmap, this episode is for you. As a 63-year-old multimillionaire who’s faced his share of ups, downs, setbacks, and hard-won victories, I’m sharing the six biggest less...
Financial Literacy is The Lowest it's Ever Been (This is Sad) 12.06.2025 36:49
Welcome back to another revealing episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m diving into a topic that’s honestly got me more fired up than ever before: the sad truth that financial literacy is the lowest it’s ever been—even with all the tech, all the YouTube gurus, and TikTok “experts” you can scroll through in a day. Let’s face it—something’s gone off the rails. People still thin...
10 Habits Of The "Fake Rich" You Need To Avoid 09.06.2025 18:33
Welcome back to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a topic that’s everywhere—those “rich” folks we see parading luxury cars, designer clothes, and lavish vacations on social media. But here’s the ugly truth: for a lot of them, it’s not real financial freedom they’re selling—it’s financial pressure. I’ll be breaking down the 10 key habits...
Life Lessons I Wish I Knew Earlier - Here's what matters most 05.06.2025 26:34
Welcome to a very special episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I’m taking you behind the spreadsheets and into the life lessons I wish I’d known earlier—a candid conversation about what truly matters most on this journey to financial freedom and living fully. I get personal in this episode. From surviving cancer—twice—to rebuilding my business after devastating loss, and raising...
14 Hidden Expenses That Silently Destroy Your Wealth 02.06.2025 29:09
Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m shining a light on a topic that’s often overlooked but crucial for anyone serious about building real wealth: hidden expenses that sneakily drain your financial future. I’m breaking down the 14 silent money leaks that could be quietly destroying your wealth right under your nose. These aren’t just theoretical c...
40 Years as an Accountant - This is What Rich People Regret Most 29.05.2025 22:34
Welcome to a powerful and reflective episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on four decades of experience sitting across from millionaires, billionaires, and business owners. I’m sharing the real regrets I’ve witnessed at the top—not the sort about money lost, but the much deeper kind: moments missed and lives only half-lived. Over 40 years as an accou...
Why You Need To Start Automating Wealth Creation 26.05.2025 22:37
Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we’re tackling a critical reason why so many people struggle to build wealth—even when they know what to do: they rely on willpower instead of automation. If you ever feel like growing your money is a constant uphill battle or that you’re playing catch-up no matter how hard you work, this episode is designed just f...
10 Things Worth Buying EVEN If You're Short On Cash 22.05.2025 24:17
Welcome to a special episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m flipping the script a bit—we’re not just talking about cutting costs or scrimping and saving. Instead, I’m sharing 10 things that are actually worth spending money on—even when money is tight. I know, it might sound counterintuitive, but hear me out: some expenses aren’t really expenses at all. They’re investments in...
8 Signs You're Not Ready For Retirement 19.05.2025 23:28
Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today we’re tackling a topic that’s crucial for anyone looking to retire with real confidence and peace of mind. What if I told you that most people are planning for retirement all wrong? That’s right—many of us believe we’re set until reality hits and the money runs out, unexpected expenses pop up, or we end up living...
How to SURVIVE and THRIVE During a Recession 15.05.2025 36:30
Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we’re confronting one of the most anxiety-inducing topics out there: recessions. If you’ve ever felt uneasy about market crashes, job losses, or just wondered how you can truly safeguard your money and lifestyle when the economy takes a hit, this episode is for you. I walk you through how to shift your mindset—seeing a rece...
Money Principles I Know At 63 But I Wish I Knew At 40 12.05.2025 24:13
Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today’s episode is all about the money principles I know at 63—but honestly, I wish I’d understood them back when I was 40. If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or unsure whether your hard work will actually bring you financial freedom, then you’re in the right place. I’m opening up about my real-life experience navigating thr...
If You're Thinking Of Retiring Early... Watch This 08.05.2025 20:06
Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m tackling one of the most common questions—and dreams—I hear from so many of you: Is it really possible to retire early without sacrificing your lifestyle? If you’ve ever felt trapped in the grind, wondering if freedom is out of reach before that magical age of 65, or worried you may have already missed your win...
I've been through 4 recessions, here's what always happens... 05.05.2025 33:34
Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most anxiety-inducing topics out there: recessions. If you’re worried about what happens when the economy takes a nosedive or you’re not sure how to prepare, this episode is absolutely for you. I’ve personally lived through four recessions—and as some are saying, we might be on the...
How To Make Money In An Economy That Hates You 01.05.2025 25:24
Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! In today’s conversation, I’m tackling a topic that’s front and center for so many of us—how to make money in an economy that feels like it’s working against you. Maybe you’re dealing with rising prices, stagnant wages, or the sense that no matter how hard you work, financial security keeps slipping farther from reach. If you’ve ev...
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